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‘Three Amigos’ summit: Experts call for North American vision as leaders meet in Mexico

9Jan

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Americas

‘Three Amigos’ summit: Experts call for North American vision as leaders meet in Mexico

From the frosty throes of a Canadian winter, the land of conquistadors and Frida Kahlo can seem a million miles away. But that’s not the way North American diplomats, trade experts and business leaders see it – and they hope the continent’s leaders have a similar vision as the so-called “Three Amigos” gather this week in Mexico City. “The potential for North America is immense,” said Eric Farnsworth, the former Clinton-era White House official who now leads the D.C. office of the Council of the Americas and the Americas Society. Farnsworth said a continental perspective will be vital to make substantive progress on issues like fortified supply chains, mitigating China’s influence and building a 21st-century workforce in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. “It’s our hope that the le...

Quebec’s Social Services Under Pressure by Influx of Asylum Seekers

4Jan

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Quebec’s Social Services Under Pressure by Influx of Asylum Seekers

By The Canadian Press The influx of asylum seekers to Quebec is putting pressure on the province’s social services network, with homeless shelters in Montreal bearing the brunt. France Labelle, with a youth homeless shelter in downtown Montreal, says a rising number of requests for beds is coming from asylum seekers, who she says compose about 10 percent of her clientele. Sam Watts, head of homeless shelters with the Welcome Hall Mission, says that homelessness in the asylum seeker population in Montreal is a relatively new phenomenon. The federal government says that between January and November 2022, 45,250 asylum seekers arrived in Quebec, compared to 7,290 people for all of 2021. Quebec Premier François Legault said last month that the province needed help from Ottaw...

“No armed forces”, The real cause behind Ottawa’s inactivity in geopolitics is here!

31Dec

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“No armed forces”, The real cause behind Ottawa’s inactivity in geopolitics is here!

It is a well-known fact that the strength of the Canadian army is dwindling. The army of the Great White North is no longer comparable to what it was 30 years ago; instead, it is a decrepit force. According to a media report by surrey’s new leader, the chief of the Canadian Army has claimed that despite having fewer soldiers under his command, his army is still being put to greater demands both at home and in Europe. According to Lt.-Gen. Joe Paul, the Canadian army is being compelled by the squeeze to examine some ingrained beliefs and practices more closely in order to identify areas where it can improve efficiency. Reportedly, the resource crunch that has left thousands of positions vacant has been brought to the attention of commanders across the board of the Canadian Armed Forces. ...

Canada’s Indo-Pacific strategy makes its policy choices clear

31Dec

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Americas

Canada’s Indo-Pacific strategy makes its policy choices clear

The implementation of Canada’s Indo-Pacific can position it as a mature and key player in the region. . The strategy emphasises the growing salience and importance of the region from a combination of diverse perspectives, and underscores its significance for Canada’s economic prosperity, security, and society and for “every issue that matters to Canadians.” It commits Canada to a deeper and substantive engagement with the region, promising a holistic focus by both the government and its people. Key aspects The strategy is aligned with the broader outlook of Canada’s allies and partners towards the Indo-Pacific region, including the United States (US), the United Kingdom (UK), the European Union (EU), Australia, Japan and the Republic of Korea. It outlines five strategic objectives: Pr...

Canadian Army eyeing new weapons in response to lessons learned from Ukraine war

31Dec

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Canadian Army eyeing new weapons in response to lessons learned from Ukraine war

OTTAWA - The war in Ukraine has identified critical gaps in the Canadian Army's ability to fight and survive on the battlefield, leading to an unanticipated rush to buy new military equipment. In an interview with The Canadian Press, Canadian Army commander Lt.-Gen. Joe Paul said that includes anti-tank and anti-aircraft missiles as well as systems to protect against drones. The Army is also hoping to purchase the types of long-range, precision missile systems that have given Ukrainian forces a distinct advantage over their Russian foes, and state-of-the-art command-and-control technology. "These are the capabilities that are making a difference right now in Ukraine," Paul said. "We have paid a lot of attention to that right now." The new weapon systems the Army is hurrying to pu...

Canada Proceeds With CH-149 Mid-Life Upgrade | Thyssenkrupp is investing in Israel’s VSense Technologies | Norway Orders NSMs

28Dec

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Defense Industry, Acquisition, and Innovation

Canada Proceeds With CH-149 Mid-Life Upgrade | Thyssenkrupp is investing in Israel’s VSense Technologies | Norway Orders NSMs

Canada has tasked Leonardo with executing the CH-149 “Cormorant” Mid-Life Upgrade (CMLU) Project by awarding a contract $736 million to the Italian aerospace giant. Americas Canada has tasked Leonardo with executing the CH-149 “Cormorant” Mid-Life Upgrade (CMLU) Project by awarding a contract $736 million to the Italian aerospace giant. The mid-life upgrade of the CH-149 search and rescue helicopters will enhance the aircraft’s systems and technologies, ensuring compliance with emerging airspace requirements and extending the life expectancy of the fleet to 2042+. In addition, the upgrade will enable the return of the Cormorant helicopters to the Main Operating Base (MOB) Trenton. The upgrades will include the installation of state-of-the-art avionics, a new glass cockpit, more power...